Teague Talks Podcast · 2026-07-17 · 1h 10m
What does it take to build a hospitality company that stands the test of time? In this episode of Teague Talks, Teague Hunter sits down with Vamsi Bonthala, CEO of Arbor Lodging, to discuss his journey from practicing law on Wall Street to launching a hotel investment company just before the 2008 financial crisis. Twenty years later, Arbor Lodging has grown into one of the industry's leading ownership, investment, and management platforms. Vamsi shares lessons on entrepreneurship, building enduring partnerships, learning hotel operations from the ground up, and navigating every phase of the market cycle. The conversation also explores today's investment environment, institutional capital, AI's impact on hospitality, international expansion, and why the industry's greatest opportunities still lie ahead. Whether you're a hotel owner, investor, operator, or simply interested in leadership and building businesses that last, this episode is filled with practical insights and timeless advice.
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